Visiting the LSST Project Office

LSST's Project Management Office is on the 5th floor of Steward Observatory on the University of Arizona campus.

LSST Project Office 933 North Cherry Avenue Tucson, AZ 85721 Main: 520-881-2626 Fax: 520-881-2627 Email: contact@lsst.org NOAO 950 North Cherry Avenue Tucson, AZ 85719 Main: 520-318-8001
Head of Safety: 520-318-8481 cgessner@lsst.org

DIRECTIONS TO LSST
From Tucson Airport                                                                    From Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

TRANSPORTATION Car hire, bus, and shared ride options. Arizona Stagecoach  520-889-1000 Arizona Shuttle 1-800-888-2749 Yellow Cab: 520-624-6611 Discount Cab: 520-388-9000 Tucson International Airport Ground Transportation

UA Parking Map

PARKING LSST may be able to arrange parking in an NOAO lot or in the University of Arizona's Second Street Garage. Contact LSST to request visitor parking and parking instructions.

ACCOMODATIONS

For accomodations while in Tucson; please contact Sandra Ortiz at sortiz@lsst.org or (520) 318-8484 or Glenaver Charles-Emerson at glenaver@lsst.org or (520) 318-8351.  This will ensure you receive the best rate available and that your expenses are both allowable and fully refundable.

Radisson Suites Tucson provides a discounted corporate rate to visitors of LSST. Use the above link to make your reservation online. The room rate includes a king suite, free internet, and full American breakfast buffet. For an additional fee of $15 each way, the hotel will provide shuttle service to and from Tucson International Airport. This service must be requested at the time room reservations are made. The hotel also provides free shuttle service to and from the University of Arizona campus and within a three-mile radius of the hotel. Arrangements for this service can be made at the front desk.

Other Area Hotels: Tucson Marriott University Park, Aloft Tucson University (LSST Rate: $99/night)

DINING and SHOPPING
Student Unions
Main Gate Square

WEATHER INFORMATION AND TIPS

• Stay Hydrated: Tucson's intense heat and low humidity make dehydration a real danger. Drink sufficient water to replenish what has been lost via perspiration, respiration, etc. If you are engaged in physical activity that causes heavy perspiration, you may need to replenish electrolytes as well as fluid.
• Protection from the Sun: protecting skin from UV rays is vital if you plan to be outside for extended periods of time. The sun's rays are most intense from 10am to 3pm. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15+ and wear long sleeves, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses during these hours.
• Signs of Heat-Related Illness:
  
  • Dehydration: headache, fatigue, lightheadedness
  • Heat cramps: muscle cramps
  • Heat exhaustion: nausea, dizziness, fainting
  • Heat stroke: lack of perspiration, confusion (call 911 as heat stroke can be life threatening)
• Desert Storms: From the middle of June to the end of September, Tucson experiences intense rains, lightning, flash flooding, dust storms, and damaging winds. Be aware of developing storm conditions and seek shelter during a storm.
  
  • Lightning: If you are outside, do not seek shelter under a tree and avoid being taller than your surroundings. If you are in a building stay away from windows and avoid using electrical appliances.
  • Flash Flooding: Run-off from monsoon rains turns dry washes into rushing rivers. Never attempt to drive across a flooded area. Either wait for the water to recede or choose an alternate route.

Heat in the Southwest

Monsoon Safety

National Weather Service Tucson